one less feisty dem (a little tribute to a great lady [View All]

a great lady passed last night.

i'd known her for over 20 years because of my ongoing songwriting partnership (and friendship) with her son. (he writes the music, i write the words)

even as age and illness sapped her strength, she maintained an exuberance and embrace of life. she was stubborn as hell. she was quick to laugh. and loved conversation.

she lived a mostly quiet life, but possessed extraordinary talent as a painter, really blossoming as an artist late in life.

she had a very close relationship with her son and even in considerable pain traveled to NYC to see our last production. she was SO proud, she utterly glowed.

and, of course, she was a feisty, outspoken Dem.

my life was richer for having known her.

she is missed.